Vice President Compliance

Senior Associate or VP of Compliance, title TBD (New York, NY):
Our client, a global alternative investment and insurance-focused financial group is seeking to expand its compliance function. The Senior Associate / Vice President, Compliance (AML/KYC) will be responsible for administering and further developing the firm’s investor and transactional Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) program. This individual will serve as a subject matter expert on AML/KYC policies, procedures, and best practices, while also contributing to broader compliance initiatives across the organization.This is a hands-on role requiring strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills in a fast-paced, evolving environment. The position is based onsite in a major U.S. financial hub.
Highlights:
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Newly created position driven by the firm’s significant growth and expanding platform
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Lean compliance team offering broad exposure across all areas of the compliance program and direct interaction with senior management
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Exceptionally high-quality office environment in a prime financial district location
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Highly competitive and employee-friendly benefits package, including fully covered healthcare and daily in-office meals
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Strong opportunity for professional development, working alongside experienced and high-caliber investment and compliance professionals
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In-office role five days per week
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Competitive total compensation
Key Responsibilities
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Administer and enhance AML/KYC policies and procedures
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Review and assess AML/KYC documentation across the investment lifecycle
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Evaluate screening results and escalate potential issues as appropriate
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Maintain accurate AML/KYC records and documentation
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Respond to third-party AML/KYC and sanctions-related inquiries
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Support technology and process improvements related to AML/KYC
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Monitor regulatory developments impacting AML/KYC requirements
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Deliver internal AML/KYC training
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Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments
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Perform testing and monitoring aligned with the annual compliance plan
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Conduct initial and ongoing third-party due diligence
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Support Code of Ethics and related compliance tasks
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Assist with additional compliance initiatives as assigned
Qualifications
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5+ years of AML/KYC experience, preferably within alternative investment or financial services
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Strong project management, organizational, and multitasking skills
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Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
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High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
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Comfortable interacting across seniority levels in a professional environment
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Proactive, adaptable, and capable of prioritizing in dynamic settings
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Bachelor’s degree required
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CAMS certification preferred but not required